6129-Animal producers not elsewhere classified

Job Title ( International classification ):

Animal producers not elsewhere classified

ISCO Code:

6129

Job Description:

This unit group covers market-oriented animal producers not classified elsewhere in Minor group 612, Animal producers. For instance, the group includes those those engaged in breeding, raising and tending non- domesticated mammals, game and other birds (except poultry), snails, snakes and other reptiles, as well as various insects and animals used for laboratory tests, for sale or delivery on a regular basis to wholesale buyers, marketing organizations, zoos and circuses, or at markets.

Tasks:

Main Tasks include -

(a) monitoring market activity and conditions, determining kinds and amounts of products to produce, planning and coordinating production accordingly
(b) raising, feeding and tending animals
(c) killing and skinning animals, and preparing animals or animal products for market
(d) monitoring and examining animals to detect illness, injury, or disease, and to check physical condition such as rate of weight gain
(e) performing duties related to animal reproduction, such as breeding, artificial insemination, and helping with animal births
(f) renting or investing in and maintaining and cleaning buildings, machinery, equipment , and structures
(g) slaughtering and skinning animals and preparing them for market
(h) storing and carrying out some processing of produce
(i) promoting and marketing products, arranging the sale, purchase and transportation of stock, produce and supplies and maintaining and evaluating records of activities and transactions
(j) training and supervising workers in animal care procedures, maintenance duties, and health and safety precautions.

Inclusions:

Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Crocodile farmer
- Fur farmer (non-domesticated animals)
- Game bird breeder
- Ostrich farmer
- Snail breeder

Exclusions:

Some related occupations classified elsewhere:
- Pet groomer - 5164
- Zoo keeper - 5164
- Game warden - 5419
- Poultry breeder - 6122

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